The PTB Effect
One thing that's always fun whenever PTB's come out is when the PTB effect is working in full force. This is when behaviors and tactics that are totally normal and common on the live servers suddenly become the most toxic thing ever because "it's the PTB". People seem to think that testing out content automatically means a more laid back environment. That you just test out the perks and powers, and once you've given the stuff a run, everyone gets to go free. Attempting to win the game in any capacity is a violation of this supposedly more laid back environment and it makes you the scum of the earth. The fabled person "tryharding on the PTB".
Yes, the purpose of the PTB is to test out new content. Part of properly gauging how strong or how viable the new content is is trying to win with it. Other people trying to win will also give you an idea of how difficult it is to get perks to trigger in a realistic scenario. This way you can give apporpriate feedback, or even just decide if that chapter is worth your money when it does come to the live servers. Since people don't seem to realize this, here is a reminder:
PTB or not, you are not owed a win.
Survivors, you are not owed an escape.
Killer, you are not owed a 4K, or even any kills at all.
This has been a PSA.
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